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The hip is one of the most vulnerable joints in the body to develop arthritis—particularly osteoarthritis. The lifetime risk for hip osteoarthritis is about 1 in 5 for men and 1 in 4 for women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). How do you know if you're one of the people at risk for hip osteoarthritis? There are several factors that can put you at higher risk. Being older During our lifetimes, our hips carry most of our weight each day, which can be very hard on the cartilage in the joints. Inevitably, joint cartilage degrades more and more as we age, with the potential to become full-blown osteoarthritis after age 45. Most people with hip osteoarthritis problems are in their 60s and 70s. Being overweight The more you weigh, the more pressure is on your joints—and the faster potential degeneration can occur. Unfortunately, joint pain can discourage people from being active, making the accumulation of more pounds likely .   If you hav

It has long been known that over evolutionary time the human organism developed in tandem with a vast host of microbial fellow travellers. The 100 trillion microorganisms inhabiting our gastrointestinal tracts assist in numerous physiological processes critical to our health and well being. The intestinal microbiome (commensal microorganisms) helps maintain the integrity and function of the lining of the small intestine, helps us digest our food properly, and assists in training our immune systems to appropriately recognize friends and foes.1,2 Alterations in the composition of the intestinal microbiome (dysbiosis) lead to many disorders and diseases, including celiac disease, osteoporosis, autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes. Thus, dysbiosis needs to be considered in the evaluation and treatment of many common conditions. Fortunately, many forms of conservative management are available for dysbiosis, including the use of probiotics and prebiotics. Probiot

You've heard of some of the awesome benefits of honey...and you've also heard of some of the great benefits of coconut oil... but what about them both together!  Read on... Raw honey & coconut oil -- 5 fantastic uses of this duo What about honey vs sugar vs coconut sugar? Well, you already know that sugar is terrible for your health, and can be one of the causes of diabetes, obesity, and even feeds cancer cells.  And you also probably already know how terrible  artificial sweeteners  are for your overall health, gut health (they can decimate your gut flora), and other risks. Many people turn to stevia as a natural sweetener alternative that is healthier than sugar or artificial sweeteners.  Unfortunately, a lot of people don't like the taste of pure stevia and usually need it blended with something else. But what about white sugar vs brown sugar, coconut sugar (the newcomer on the block), and also honey?  This article below talks about each, along with the positives and

Running is both great for the body and hard on the body. It conditions the muscles and joints and it gives you a good aerobic workout, which keeps your heart healthy and weight within a healthy range. But the relentless impact of your feet against the ground can put you at risk for injuries, particularly in your lower limbs and back. Through a sudden, acute injury—but much more often through repetitive wear and tear—the joints, muscles, and other soft tissues of the back can become damaged or strained. This is especially true for distance runners. The good news is running-related back pain is treatable—many times with a full recovery. Also, you can take steps to prevent back pain from running before it starts. Suiting up A running shoe is not just a running shoe. There are several factors that can help determine what the right shoe for you should be, including: The height of your arches Your pronation style (in other words, how your foot hits the ground and rolls through each